Production Coordinator

Btween; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Btween in New York seeks a Production Coordinator for kids apparel to oversee manufacturing timelines from design to store shelves, coordinating with overseas factories to ensure deadlines, safety, and cost targets while maintaining high quality.

The role requires strong organization, Excel skills, and clear communication with global teams. You will manage a Time & Action calendar and a WIP report to keep styles on track and ensure compliant packaging and labelling.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating production for apparel from design to store shelves.
• Strong organizational skills to juggle many orders and details.
• Proficient in Excel and PLM software.
• Clear communication with global factories and teams.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Management: liaise with overseas factories daily and track order details, patterns, labels, and approvals.
• Tracking Timelines: maintain a WIP report to monitor production status of each style.
• Maintain a Time & Action calendar to ensure on-time delivery.
• Quality & Approvals: review early garment samples and test fabrics for safety and designer accuracy.
• Retailer Compliance: follow packaging, tagging, and shipping requirements.

Skills

Organization

Vendor management

Communication

Math

PLM familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PLM software

Job description

As the production coordinator for kids apparel will be asked to manage the manufacturing and timelines of children's clothing. Track garments from the design stage to the store shelf. Ensure factories meet deadlines, safety regulations, and budgets while keeping high-quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vendor Management: Talk to overseas factories every day. Send them order details, patterns, and labels and track production and approvals.
• Tracking Timelines: Manage a WIP (Work in Progress) report to track exactly where styles are in the production.
• Maintain a T&A (Time & Action) calendar to ensure on-time delivery.
• Quality & Approvals: Review early garment samples and test fabrics for safety. Ensure clothing matches the designer's vision.
• Retailer Compliance: Follow specific rules regarding packaging, tags, and shipping.

Required Skills

• Organization: You must juggle many orders and details at once.
• Math & Software: Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and programs like PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) are required.
• Communication: Clear, daily email and phone skills with global teams.